CVE-2014-9734: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-9734: Directory traversal vulnerability in the Slider Revolution (revslider) plugin before 4.2 for WordPress allo...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the Slider Revolution (revslider) plugin before 4.2 for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the img parameter in a revslider_show_image action to wp-admin/admin-ajax.php.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 16:33 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2014-9734 affects the Slider Revolution WordPress plugin before 4.2. It lets a remote attacker read files from the server by abusing a directory traversal flaw. For businesses, the main concern is exposure of sensitive WordPress files, especially configuration secrets that can lead to broader site compromise. Exposure is most likely on WordPress sites running Slider Revolution before 4.2, including copies bundled inside commercial themes. Sites may remain vulnerable even if the plugin is not visibly listed or was installed as part of a theme package. Prioritize remediation on internet-facing WordPress sites, especially older marketing sites and theme-based deployments. Treat confirmed vulnerable instances as possible credential-exposure incidents, not only plugin maintenance issues. Mitigation focus: Update Slider Revolution using current vendor or marketplace guidance.; Remove unused or bundled vulnerable RevSlider copies from themes.; Review Envato affected-theme guidance if the plugin came with a theme..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 22:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 30, 2015, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://blog.sucuri.net/2014/09/slider-revolution-plugin-critical-vulnerability-being-exploited.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://blog.sucuri.net/2014/12/revslider-vulnerability-leads-to-massive-wordpress-soaksoak-compromise.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/patch-for-revolution-slider/trunk/revsliderpatch.phpCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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